It's telling that the show's most relatable characters are two minimally fleshed-out aides who would rather be somewhere else.

Full Review | Mar 5, 2021

Tina Fey and Robert Carlock created the series, but you'd never know it. It's part bland workplace comedy (set at the mayor's office) and part unfunny political satire.

Full Review | Jan 19, 2021

Mr. Mayor feels more fully formed and sure of itself straight out of the gate, and it hasn't left as much room for improvement.

Full Review | Jan 14, 2021

Though it's not quite as good as 30 Rock, the stars' repartee has a familiar ring, and their show will likely last longer.

Full Review | Jan 14, 2021

Has some very funny moments, and a growing chemistry among its ensemble.

Full Review | Jan 12, 2021

The lack of grasp on its own voice, despite worthy actors in its ensemble, makes Mr. Mayor feel like a jumbled-up version of several previous comedies but hopefully with room to grow as the season progresses.

Full Review | Original Score: C+ | Jan 12, 2021

Not only does the new NBC sitcom see Tina Fey and Co. decamp from New York to Los Angeles, but it also sees their comedy at its most hopeful...

Full Review | Jan 11, 2021

To me it's like a show that wants to be a combination of 30 Rock and Parks [and Recreation], but lacks the charm of the latter.

Full Review | Original Score: 2/5 | Jan 11, 2021

If anyone other than Danson were playing the mayor, it might be challenging to root for an old white man who won political office without doing any of the homework that was required.

Full Review | Jan 11, 2021

I'm not sure it's saying anything about the maladies of modern society; it's just griping that they exist.

Full Review | Jan 9, 2021

Because they didn't attack the political angles with more edge, Danson's character is nothing more than the same kind of slightly bungling boss that has been a part of sitcoms for decades.

Full Review | Original Score: 2/4 | Jan 8, 2021

Most of the framework is borrowed from elsewhere, and most of the offensive-but-not-really banter is too toothless to work as real critique. It's funny but isn't lasting or really impactful.

Full Review | Original Score: 2.5/5 | Jan 8, 2021

NBC has a winner on its hands with "Mr. Mayor."

Full Review | Jan 8, 2021

Danson doesn't have to be high to elevate the material, but hey, it also doesn't hurt.

Full Review | Original Score: B | Jan 8, 2021

While occasionally funny, Mr. Mayor fails to instill a vote of confidence in the future of the series.

Full Review | Jan 8, 2021

Danson has found his light and is waiting comfortably in it for the rest of the show to catch up. I can wait too.

Full Review | Jan 7, 2021

What is the series about, after all? It's hard to say -- kind of about politics, kind of about LA, kind of about family, and kind of about political correctness. It all still feels like a random, undefined vehicle for some brisk, sharp jokes.

Full Review | Jan 7, 2021

Ms. Hunter and Mr. Danson, who come out of disparate regions of metonymical Hollywood, work well off each other, and with a cast that promises great things.

Full Review | Jan 7, 2021

Thankfully, Danson elevates even the more banal gags, and remains good company if nothing else. There's also something vaguely reassuring about having him back Thursdays on NBC.

Full Review | Jan 7, 2021

Mr. Mayor is disappointing -- but disappointments happen. The great surprise of the show, given the talent involved, is the degree to which it's an unpleasant hang.

Full Review | Jan 7, 2021